- The Tapajós (Portuguese: Rio Tapajós [ˈʁi.u tɐpɐˈʒɔs]) is a river in Brazil. It runs through the Amazon Rainforest and is a major tributary of the Amazon River.
- The river also sustains people — like the Munduruku indigenous group. But dam projects are threatening the river's ecology. ... Pontes Tapajos River in Brazil.
- The first major cataracts on the Tapajós River are near Itaituba, approximately 200 km from its mouth. Migratory fish, however, are able to pass these rapids.
- Before we dive into the specifics of the Tapajós River’s location, let’s first set the stage by exploring the vast expanse of the Amazon rainforest.
- The Tapajós River, one of the major tributaries of the Amazon River, is a vital watercourse in Brazil.
- Tapajós River is a combination of two other rivers: Juruena and São Manuel, receiving water from other rivers all the way until it reaches the Amazonas River.
- One of the best kept secrets of the Amazon is the Tapajós river. ... of the Amazon: murky water rivers, black water rivers and the magnificent blue water rivers.
- Tapajós River, river, north-central Mato Grosso estado (state), central Brazil, formed by the union of the Teles Pires and the Juruena rivers.
- The Tapajós is a year-round destination. It is always hot and humid and prone to rains. ... 31 - site Cruising the Tapajós region is a perfect family holiday.
- TAPAJOS RIVER is a maritime region of type rivers located geographically at the following coordinates: latitude: -2.77528 and longitude: -55.0942.
- Tapajós River, a major tributary of the Amazon in central Brazil. About 1,200 miles in length, the Tapajós is 8 to 10 miles wide at its mouth.
- There are 1.4 million people living in the Tapajos River basin, including 10 indigenous tribes. All of these people rely on the river for food, water, energy and jobs.
